Zambia: reviews from our travellers

"Experience as a whole was fine. Great - not brilliant.

As mentioned, the area is sparse in wildlife so, although it is realistic to have to search out game, I've been on other safaris where the finds were more exciting." Read full review: 8 nights in Africa; 6 on a Zambia safari

"It wasn't my first time at any of these camps, although it had been a while since I had visited a couple of them, but I had a great time at all of the camps.

One thing that has really impressed me about Robin Pope and was particularly noticeable on this trip is how flexible they are able to be to take into account all the guests' preferences. As a solo traveler, at some other camps I often feel at the mercy of other guests and I've often been told "it depends what the others want to do", but at Robin Pope the mantra is "we'll make a plan". When different guests in a vehicle wanted to do different activities, they always seemed to be able to make it happen without fuss, even if it meant bringing in another guide from another camp or swapping guests around.

Similarly, they were very aware of guests' wildlife viewing preferences and very proactive about suggesting options like all day drives, or extended drives or early starts in response to information about specific sightings. I always feel like the game viewing is number one priority at RPS! They were also very flexible about offering the option of having the canopy on or off the vehicle, and happy to put it on or off as appropriate." Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari

"Megan did a great job from start to finish - plus was very supportive when I and my checked bag got separated at Jo'burg airport! (please take a spare set of clothes in your hand luggage - I'm really pleased I followed that advice) - apart from the 'bag issue' everything ran like clockwork throughout.

Have to say Tours Africa were excellent as in country support too.

Zambia & SLNP were great and I'm sure I'll be back and Megan will be my first point of contact!" Read full review: 14 nights in Africa; 14 on a Zambia safari

"This was the second time we have used Expert Africa to organise a safari to South Luangwa and I could not fault the service we received. Amanda was extremely efficient, knowledgeable and accommodated our quite complicated arrangements with patience and attention to detail.

The company they use to facilitate all the pick ups and transfers (Africa Tours) were faultless.

We (a family group of 10) chose to stay at Flatdogs camp (the second time we have been there and hopefully not the last). Flatdogs is the most magical place, perfect location along the Luangwa river, beautiful accommodation, fabulous food, superb guides, lovely staff.

The owners, Ade and Jess could not have been more accommodating and made our stay very special. Thank you." Read full review: 11 nights in Africa; 9 on a Zambia safari

"Another fantastic trip to Zambia! All of the connections went smoothly. I had been to all of the camps except Shoebill Island before, many times, so I knew I would be happy there. This was my fist visit to Bangweulu Wetlands, and quite surprised as to the uniqueness of the area's landscape and land use. I was happy to have been able to see a shoebill in the wild and to visit the African Parks Shoebill Program." Read full review: 22 nights in Africa; 19 on a Zambia safari

"This trip was very well organised and everything ran smoothly. We can't fault any of it.

Expert Africa kept in touch and was always available to answer any queries that cropped up before we went.


Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:No. Everything ran smoothly from the planning, to paying and to going off to Zambia." Read full review: 18 nights in Africa; 11 on a Zambia safari

"From the first phone call, Amanda gave great advice. worked hard to find camps within our budget and was always quick to respond.

The camps picked were excellent and everything was better than we imagined.

We were always met at the airport by local staff and were looked after well." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 12 on a Zambia safari

"We very much enjoyed our second trip to the Luangwa Valley and saw the leopard that had eluded us last time.

If you want a more active safari (ie walking) that looks at the large animals and the little insects, with knowledgeable guides and relatively little chance of seeing other people, we would strongly recommended Remote Africa Safaris." Read full review: 15 nights in Africa; 13 on a Zambia safari

"We were very pleased with our Expert Africa experience.

Everything went smoothly and the trip was just as we expected.

This safari experience, in both the south and north, was very special. All the staff were very welcoming and Vel immediately made us feel at home.

As we moved from camp to camp we found each guide and team to be extremely knowledgeable. We learnt such a lot and saw such a lot and, although we frequently got things wrong, Amon was very patient and always thanked us for trying!

We had everything provided for a seamless stay in all the camps and needn't have brought hand-wash, bodywash, shampoo, conditioner, washing powder and insect repellent - and water bottles.

The food in each camp was amazing. So much choice and always freshly prepared. The garden at Tafika has inspired us to try our hand at growing sweet

Our thanks to everyone for such a memorable trip.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service: Not really. We could only think that perhaps knowing about the toiletries provided would have saved us weight in our luggage for the RAS flight. Not a big deal!" Read full review: 17 nights in Africa; 15 on a Zambia safari

"None of us on the trip had ever enjoyed a holiday more and we are all seasoned travellers with experience of safaris elsewhere.

The fact there was a maximum of 4 persons per vehicle was a big plus point for us. We would particuarly commend Megan who was always cheerful patient and enthusiastic when finalising our schedule and answering our many queries.

All the arrangements worked seamlessly, a great credit to her organisation. Her considerable knowledge of Zambia gave us great confidence that we were booking the right trip and that confidence was fully borne out in practice.

The only downside is how to choose another safari holiday that will live up to these standards. All our expectations were met and in many cases exceeded.

Suggestions to help us improve our trips or our service:

No other than expand your wonderful services to other continents" Read full review: 12 nights in Africa; 10 on a Zambia safari